Emotional support animal might be a stretch. You might have to put a snail in with it :)

rlpardue

07/21/2015, 06:20 PM

After a thorough review of TSA regulations, I conclude that there is no standard protocol for transporting corals on a passenger airplane. I've emailed several TSA officials and hope to have a response soon.

liverock

07/22/2015, 07:30 AM

After a thorough review of TSA regulations, I conclude that there is no standard protocol for transporting corals on a passenger airplane. I've emailed several TSA officials and hope to have a response soon.

Very easy to do....pack them in a box...check it as one of your baggage...we do that all the time...no issues.

Richard TBS
www.tbsaltwater.com :lolspin::lolspin::lolspin:

Mache62

07/31/2015, 12:49 PM

I have missed the last 2 MACANAs, but the shows I have been to in the past you were required to be present at the raffle if you were a winner. Will this be true this year as well?

WayneT

08/14/2015, 05:49 PM

I have 2 full conference 2015 tickets for sale since we will no able able to attend. Send me a PM if interested and I will send details. Paid 198 for 2 tickets not sure if there is a transfer fee or not.

slosht

08/14/2015, 07:52 PM

If you just have a few corals in a bag and are carrying them on, some people were also getting a fish or two for the bag. TSA will allow you to carry on as long as they know and see there is a live animal swimming in the bag.

Just be polite and ask for a supervisor if they give you a hassle. The bag will require hand inspection. You will probably have your hands swabbed for explosive residue. The bag with fish and corals cannot go through the x-ray machine.

rlpardue

08/14/2015, 09:57 PM

I like the idea of adding a fish to the bag. Thanks also to TBS! (Their live rock is still awesome after two years - all sorts of cool stuff growing on it).

Rwinfrey

08/19/2015, 06:10 PM

Did you see the MASNA membership drive they are going to be doing at MACNA..... It's a sweet red sea reefer 170

wattos-reef

08/21/2015, 11:01 AM

TSA will allow you to carry on as long as they know and see there is a live animal swimming in the bag.

Assuming the bag is more than 3oz, I'd be interested in chapter and verse on this policy? In my experience, common sense doesn't always prevail when dealing with some TSA personnel.

Very easy to do....pack them in a box...check it as one of your baggage...we do that all the time...no issues.

I'm curious what you tell them when they ask "what's in the box?"

I've squeaked by a few times but would often get the baseless "water leakage could damage the aircraft" argument. Would sometimes get the "it'll have to go via air cargo" after explaining how live fish are shipped to pet stores.

Even had a security officer pull me off the plane once to question me about the contents of a box containing several frags. Fortunately after providing a brief education on the hobby and visual inspection of contents, I was allowed back on, but did get the evil-eye from flight attendants during the flight. I should point out this was shortly after 9/11 so I was understanding of the scrutiny.

However, I've also had boxes confiscated at LAX and DTW at the AA checked bag counter when I tried to check insulated and plastic lined boxes containing fish and coral. Unfortunately, I haven't risked losing any more until I can refer agents to an official policy statement.

TonyB13

08/27/2015, 07:21 PM

so would these shows be a good place to get tanks and equipment?

DaveMorris

08/27/2015, 11:36 PM

so would these shows be a good place to get tanks and equipment?

There are usually several distributors and/or retailers that are exhibiting at MACNA and yes there are deals to be had. It is well worth attending.

TonyB13

08/28/2015, 04:40 AM

Thanks Dave

Jason1979g

08/29/2015, 07:34 AM

looking for 2 one day passes for the 5th. anyone that can't go now i will buy them from you. PM ME!

Mtaters

08/30/2015, 09:51 PM

Is it a good idea to bring cash with me or will most venders accept credit cards?

Rwinfrey

08/31/2015, 04:35 AM

Most will take a credit card .....but cash is always king :)

SushiGirl

09/01/2015, 06:46 PM

Sign went up on the lobby today!
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emedock

09/02/2015, 07:05 PM

Tell them that the frag is your Emotional Support Animal.

Lol!!

Copod RC

09/03/2015, 03:04 PM

Wife and I are here for the full show.
I'll be wearing' a T with The Reef Tank on front....'Dave's Not Here's AVATAR on back.

oldbones

09/04/2015, 08:50 AM

All right folks, looks like the gates should open to the unwashed masses here in 10 minutes or so. I'll be expecting reports on all the cool new toys in 15.

Get busy!!!

soulpatch

09/04/2015, 09:18 AM

and all of you going today and tomorrow leave some things for us coming on Sunday...

leemosh

09/05/2015, 06:45 PM

15 min till they draw for the grand prize; a trip for 2 to Fiji. Anyone else feeling lucky?

TrenchToast

09/06/2015, 10:15 PM

My lfs owners went there this weekend. I happened to be at their store getting water when they got back. They had 5 coolers full of goodies they brought back. I'll have to check them out in a few weeks after they have taken them out of quarantine. If you live in central Virginia, I highly recommend Tiki Corals (http://www.tikicorals.com) The owners are husband and wife and have been in the saltwater hobby for 35+ years. Have a ton of knowledge and -only- sell saltwater items at their store. They have a really nice selection of corals to choose from.